Fires in France: surge in blazes and maximum alert
Fires are multiplying in France due to the heatwave and strong winds.
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The fact
Over 200 hectares have already been destroyed in Lot-et-Garonne and Seine-et-Marne.
Authorities call for vigilance and ban outdoor fires.
Why it matters
La combinaison de la canicule et des vents violents crée des conditions propices aux départs de feu, menaçant les zones forestières et habitées.